Coast to Coast Trail - Orange County Gap Existing

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July 2015
Coast to Coast Trail - Orange County Gap
Existing Conditions Report
Coast to Coast Trail-Orange County Gap
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Overview of the Project ............................................................................................... 1
1.2 Overview of the Coast to Coast Connector Trail ......................................................... 1
1.3 The Study Area ............................................................................................................ 2
Transportation Characteristics .................................................................................................... 5
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
Roadway Infrastructure ............................................................................................... 5
Railroad Infrastructure .............................................................................................. 31
Transit Service and Infrastructure ............................................................................. 35
Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure ....................................................................... 39
Summary of Transportation Plans ............................................................................. 45
Engineering and Site Characteristics ......................................................................................... 47
3.1 Existing Utilities and Fiber Optics .............................................................................. 47
3.2 Soils and Geotechnical Data ...................................................................................... 51
3.3 Stormwater and Drainage ......................................................................................... 53
Community Characteristics ....................................................................................................... 55
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Demographics ............................................................................................................ 55
Existing Land Use ....................................................................................................... 65
Existing Land Use Plans and Context Zones............................................................... 69
Community Facilities ................................................................................................. 73
Public Outreach ......................................................................................................... 77
Environmental Conditions ........................................................................................................ 79
5.1 Introduction and Background .................................................................................... 79
5.2 Cultural Resources ..................................................................................................... 83
5.3 Parklands and Recreational Areas ............................................................................. 84
5.4 Air Quality .................................................................................................................. 85
5.5 Noise Evaluation ........................................................................................................ 85
5.6 Waters of the US ....................................................................................................... 85
5.7 Waters Quality ........................................................................................................... 86
5.8 100-Year Floodplain................................................................................................... 86
5.9 Contaminated Sites ................................................................................................... 87
5.10 Threatened and Endangered Species ........................................................................ 88
Issues and Opportunities .......................................................................................................... 93
6.1 Overall Assessment of Existing Conditions Analysis .................................................. 93
6.2 Issues and Opportunities ........................................................................................... 93
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Table No.
Description
Page
Table 2.1-1: Right of Way Summary .......................................................................................... 6
Table 2.1-2: FDOT Access Management Classifications and Posted Speeds ............................. 7
Table 2.1-3: Access Management Spacing Standards................................................................ 7
Table 2.1-4: Existing Roadway Level of Service ....................................................................... 20
Table 2.1-5: Existing Intersection Level of Service ................................................................... 20
Table 2.1-6: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event – Clarcona-Ocoee Road ........................ 24
Table 2.1-7: Crash Data Summary by Year - Clarcona-Ocoee Road ......................................... 24
Table 2.1-8: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - Pine Hills Road ................................. 25
Table 2.1-9: Crash Data Summary by Year - Pine Hills Road .................................................... 25
Table 2.1-10: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - Beggs Road ..................................... 26
Table 2.1-11: Crash Data Summary by Year - Beggs Road ....................................................... 26
Table 2.1-12: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - US 441............................................. 27
Table 2.1-13: Crash Data Summary by Year - US 441 .............................................................. 27
Table 2.1-14: Average Crash Rate and Bicycle and Pedestrian Crash Data ............................. 28
Table 2.3-1: LYNX Study Area Route Summary ........................................................................ 36
Table 2.4-1: Summary of Pedestrian and Bicycle Traffic Volumes .......................................... 41
Table 3.1-1: Utility Agencies and Contact Information ............................................................ 47
Table 3.2-1 : Soils in the Study Area ........................................................................................ 51
Table 4.1-1: Population Characteristics ................................................................................... 56
Table 4.1-2: Socioeconomic Characteristics ............................................................................ 56
Table 4.2-1 Existing Land Use .................................................................................................. 65
Table 4.3-1 Future Land Use .................................................................................................... 69
Table 4.3-2: Zoning Districts .................................................................................................... 73
Table 4.4-1: Summary of Community Facilities ....................................................................... 74
Table 5.2-1: Summary of Cultural Resources ........................................................................... 83
Table 5.6-1: Summary of Waters of the US ............................................................................. 85
Table 5.8-1: Summary of 100-Year Floodplain......................................................................... 87
Table 5.9-1: Contaminated / Potentially Contaminated Sites ................................................. 87
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Figure No.
Description
Page
Figure 1.3-1: Study Area Map .................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2.1-1A: Access Management Driveway Spacing (Clarcona-Ocoee Road) ....................... 9
Figure 2.1-2D: Access Management – Signalized Intersection and Median Spacing............... 13
Figure 2.1-3: Existing Intersection Geometry .......................................................................... 17
Figure 2.1-4: Existing Intersection Turning Movement Volumes ............................................ 21
Figure 2.1-5: Lighting Facilities ................................................................................................ 29
Figure 2.2-1: Existing Rail Infrastructure.................................................................................. 31
Figure 2.2-2: Conditions at FCEN Crossing at Beggs Road ....................................................... 32
Figure 2.3-1: Transit Routes and Facilities ............................................................................... 37
Figure 2.4-1: Study Area Crosswalks, Sidewalks, and Trails..................................................... 43
Figure 3.2-1: Study Area Soils .................................................................................................. 52
Figure 4.1-1: Population Density ............................................................................................. 57
Figure 4.1-2: Population Dot Density ....................................................................................... 58
Figure 4.1-3: Minority Population............................................................................................ 59
Figure 4.1-4: Elderly Population .............................................................................................. 60
Figure 4.1-5: Disabled Population............................................................................................ 61
Figure 4.1-6: Low Income Population ...................................................................................... 62
Figure 4.1-7: Zero Vehicle Households .................................................................................... 63
Figure 4.2-1: Existing Land Use ................................................................................................ 67
Figure 4.3-1: Future Land Use .................................................................................................. 71
Figure 4.3-2 Zoning Map .......................................................................................................... 72
Figure 4.4-1: Community Facilities .......................................................................................... 75
Figure 5.1-1: Environmental Conditions .................................................................................. 81
Figure 5.10-1: Scrub Jay Consultation Area ............................................................................. 89
Figure 5.10-2: Snail Kite Consultation Area ............................................................................. 90
Figure 5.10-3: Lake Wales Ridge Rare Plant Consultation Area............................................... 91
Figure 5.10-4: Wood Stork Consultation Area ......................................................................... 92
Appendix A: Duke Energy Trail Guidelines
Appendix B: Synchro Summary Sheets
Appendix C: Utility Maps
Appendix C-1: Electric, Water, Sewer
Appendix C-2: Comcast Cable
Appendix C-3: AT&T Cable
Appendix C-4: Lake Apopka Gas
Appendix D: Duke Energy Facilities with Buffer
Appendix E: Stormwater and Drainage Maps
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1
Introduction
1.1
Overview of the Project
In March 2015, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) District Five commenced
a Corridor Planning and Concept Development Study for the Orange County Gap of the
Coast to Coast Trail.
This Study will create a set of alignments, evaluate them, and ultimately select one to
close this “gap” of the Coast to Coast Trail. Close coordination with all stakeholders,
including (but not limited to) Orange and Seminole Counties, the City of Orlando, Duke
Energy, Central Florida Expressway Authority, LYNX, Florida Central Railroad, MetroPlan
Orlando, the Florida Greenways and Trails Foundation, and the Florida Department of
Environmental Protection’s Office of Greenways and Trails will be critical throughout this
project.
One of the first steps in this project is to conduct an inventory of existing conditions. This
Existing Conditions Report examines a plethora of issues ranging from existing roadway
conditions, safety, improvement plans, as well as an inventory of existing pedestrian,
bicycle, and transit facilities. The data collected as part of this effort will ultimately be
used in the definition and evaluation of the proposed alignments. It will also be used as
concept design plans for the preferred alignment are completed in a later phase of this
project.
The completion of the concept design plans will signify the end of this project. Final design
and construction of the trail will be completed as separate projects.
1.2
Overview of the Coast to Coast Connector Trail
In fiscal year 2015, FDOT received budget authority to complete $15.5 million in regional
trail projects related to the Coast to Coast Trail, a facility intended for long-distance, nonmotorized travel. FDOT, the Florida Office of Greenways and Trails (OGT), and other state
and regional agencies are working to fill several gaps to complete a continuous 275-mile
multiuse trail that will provide a path between St. Petersburg on the west coast of Florida,
and the Titusville area on the east coast. Approximately 75 percent of the trail is funded
for construction or already constructed.
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The Coast to Coast Trail traverses a variety of environments including urban streetscapes,
suburban neighborhoods, and natural areas, providing a diverse range of experiences to
its users. The Coast to Coast Trail not only connects communities but also establishes a
pathway between regionally-significant trails. The Fred Marquis Pinellas Trail, the South
Lake Trail, the West Orange Trail, and the Seminole Wekiva Trail are all linked with the
Coast to Coast Trail.
1.3
The Study Area
The Orange County Gap of the Coast to Coast Trail is approximately 3.9 miles in length
and is located in northwest Orange County. The gap, illustrated in Figure 1.3-1, begins
at the intersection of Hiawassee Road/Clarcona-Ocoee Road and terminates at the
intersection of US 441/SR 414. The Study Area for this project is defined by a buffer of
500 feet on either side of the alignment (1,000 feet on either side in the case of the
environmental evaluation).
As can be seen in the figure, there are two potential alternatives to connect ClarconaOcoee Road to Beggs Road.
The first alternative utilizes the Duke Energy easement (hereafter referred to as the
Duke Energy Easement Alternative) that runs west of Pine Hills Road. If this alternative
is ultimately selected as the recommended alternative, it will require compliance with
Duke Energy’s Trail Guidelines (see Appendix A for a copy). Close coordination with
Duke Energy will be needed as this project progresses.
The second alternative utilizes Pine Hills Road (hereafter referred to as the Pine Hills
Road Alternative). This alternative is being carried forward in case the first alternative
is deemed to not be viable.
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Study Area Map
Date
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Transportation Characteristics
2.1
Roadway Infrastructure
This section documents the roadway infrastructure along the following roadways within
the Study Area: Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Pine Hills Road, Beggs Road, and US 441.
2.1.1
Roadway Classification, Jurisdiction, and Posted Speed
Clarcona-Ocoee Road is a four lane facility classified as Urban Collector. The posted
speed limit for this roadway segment is 45 mph. Pine Hills Road is a four lane facility
classified as Urban Minor Arterial. The posted speed limit is 45 mph. Beggs Road is a two
lane facility classified as Urban Collector. The posted speed limit is 40 mph. All of these
roadways are owned and maintained by Orange County.
US 441 is a four lane facility classified as Principal Arterial. The roadway is owned and
maintained by the Florida Department of Transportation. The speed limit on this
roadway segment is 55 mph.
All of the Study Area roadways have relatively high speeds, creating safety concerns,
particularly with crossing the road and vehicles entering/exiting driveways. These
concerns become more severe along US 441 where vehicles have been observed
traveling at speed significantly higher than the 55 mph posted speed. Bicycle/pedestrian
safety should be integrated as part of the concept design of this trail.
2.1.2
Right of Way
The roadway right of way (ROW) was inventoried for all roadway corridors within the
Study Area (except US 441) using GIS data from the Orange County Property Appraiser.
US 441 right-of-way information was obtained by the FDOT right of way maps. Table
2.1-1 depicts the available right of way by roadway segment.
In general, the analysis shows that there is sufficient right of way to construct the trail
within the Study Area. However, there are specific areas along the corridor that have
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limited right of way. These areas will likely require some pole or utility relocation.
During the concept design phase, right of way constraints will be identified more
thoroughly. Some areas with constrained right of way that were identified in a field visit
and using aerial photography include:
• Beggs Road from Pine Hills Road to the FCEN rail line
• US 441 underneath the SR 414 overpass
Also, while not necessarily a right of way constraint from a roadway cross-section
perspective, Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Hiawassee Road to Pine Hills Road has some
right of way challenges due to the placement of light and utility poles (directly abutting
the sidewalk) along both the north and south sides of the road.
Table 2.1-1: Right of Way Summary
Roadway
Roadway
ID
From
To
ROW Width
(Feet)
US 441 / SR 500 /
Orange Blossom
Trail
N/A
Rose Avenue
SR 414 / Maitland
Boulevard
165-230
Beggs Road
N/A
N Garland Avenue
60-110
Pine Hills Road
Clarcona-Ocoee
Road
N/A
US 441 / SR 500 / Orange
Blossom Trail
Clarcona-Ocoee Road
Beggs Road
120-240
N/A
Hiawassee Road
Pine Hills Road
98-210
Source: Orange County Property Appraiser, FDOT ROW Maps
There are various types of typical cross sections within the Study Area. The typical cross
sections are described below for each roadway section.
Clarcona-Ocoee Road
The typical section for Clarcona-Ocoee Road within the Study Area (Hiawassee Road to
Pine Hills Road) generally consists of four travel lanes, a bi-directional left turn lane,
curb and gutter without shoulders, undesignated bike lanes, 5-foot pedestrian sidewalks
on the south side of the road, and 7-foot pedestrian sidewalks on the north side of the
road. The exceptions to this typical section exists at the eastbound approach to Pine
Hills Road where the bi-directional left turn lane transitions to a restrictive median.
Pine Hills Road
The typical section for Pine Hills Road within the Study Area (Clarcona-Ocoee Road to
Beggs Road) generally consists of four travel lanes, a restrictive median, curb and gutter,
undesignated bike lanes, and 5-foot pedestrian sidewalks present on both sides of the
road.
Beggs Road
The typical section for Beggs Road within the Study Area (Duke Energy easement to the
US 441 overpass) generally consists of two travel lanes, open swale system without curb
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and gutter (except in the vicinity of the Pine Hills Road intersection where curb and
gutter are present), undesignated bike lanes, and 5-foot pedestrian sidewalks.
US 441
The typical section for US 441 within the Study Area (Beggs Road to SR 414) generally
consists of four travel lanes, a restrictive median, paved shoulders, and undesignated
bike lanes. Five foot pedestrian sidewalks are present on the east side of US 441 at the
SR 414 intersection.
2.1.3
Access Management
Table 2.1-2 depicts the FDOT Access Class categories for state roads within the Study
Area. Posted speed limits (mph) are included for all roadways within the Study Area.
The spacing standards for each FDOT Access Class are shown in Table 2.1-3. These
Access Classes dictate the allowable spacing of signalized intersections, pedestrian
crossing opportunities and local street connections for a given roadway. The most
restrictive Access Class (1) is for limited access roadways and allows for no signalized
intersections or driveways. The least restrictive Access Class (7) allows signalized
intersections at 1,320 foot (1/4-mile) spacing.
Table 2.1-2: FDOT Access Management Classifications and Posted Speeds
Rose Avenue to County Line
Access
Class
5
Posted
Speed
55
Clarcona-Ocoee Road
Hiawassee Road to Pine Hills Road
N/A
45
Pine Hills Road
Clarcona-Ocoee Road to Beggs Road
N/A
45
Beggs Road
Pine Hills Road to Edgewater Drive
N/A
40
Roadway
Limits
US 441
Source: FDOT Roadway Characteristics Inventory Database, Orange County CMS
Table 2.1-3: Access Management Spacing Standards
FDOT Access
Management
Class
Minimum
Connection
Spacing (feet)
Class 1
NA
1
Minimum Median Opening
Spacing (feet)
Directional
Full
Minimum Signal
Spacing (feet)
NA
NA
NA
Class 2
1,320/660
1,320
2,640
2,640
Class 3
1
1,320
2,640
2,640
1
NA
NA
Class 4
660/440
660/440
2,640
Class 5
1
1
440/245
660
2,640/1,320
2,640/1,3201
Class 6
440/2451
NA
NA
1,320
Class 7
125
330
660
1,320
Source: Section 14-97.003, Florida Administrative Code
1 Greater than 45 MPH / Less than or equal to 45 MPH
Note: For Class 1 roadways, no signalized intersections or driveways are allowed
The roadways in the Study Area serve many abutting land uses. The presence of closely
spaced driveways along an arterial and the ensuring entering and exiting vehicle
movement create conflict points along a roadway for vehicles, pedestrian, and bicyclists.
While necessary to provide access to abutting land uses, there are instances where
access management, or a consolidation of driveways to mitigate the conflict points, are
recommended to improve mobility and safety. For this reason, a survey of the
driveway/connection, median opening, and signal spacing along the Study Area corridor
was completed and illustrated in Figure 2.1-1A-E. The driveway/connection, median
opening, and signal spacing was compared to the access management standards.
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Match Line A
Chatham Woods Ct.
N. Pine Hills Rd.
171’
470’
6120 Clarcona
360’
144’
6150 Clarcona
Long Lake Hills Blvd. (2)
Speedway
250’
302’
Church
234’
N. Pine Hills Rd.
209’
109’
77’
Citgo
Animal Clinic
Commercial
212’
Walmart
182’
811’
5600 Clarcona
Hanlon Dr.
792’
291’
Utility
N. Powers Dr.
568’
323’
330’
Red Bone Ln.
693’
54’
66’
59’
33’
1,623’
157’
50’
6516 Clarcona Ocoee Rd. (2)
6520 Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Chet Dr.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Long Lake Hills Blvd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Driveway
Aladdin Dr.
1119’
1119’
Lake Sparling Rd.
Lake Sparling Rd.
5640 Chet Dr.
214’
523’
Breckenridge Cir
523’
Long Lake Dr.
6711 Clarcona
215’
6767 Clarcona
6833 Clarcona
52’
660’
961’
972’
6055 Clarcona
359’
684’
Match Line A
Mobil
210’
N. Hiawassee Rd.
Apartments
START
Project Title:
Map Title:
Figure:
Date:
LEGEND
000 - Driveway Spacing
Source: VHB
Access Management Driveway Spacing (Clarcona Ocoee Rd.)
2.1-1A
July 2015
N.T.S.
Match Line B
441
Utility Driveway
224’
Fence Company
140’
63’
777’
550’
441
Fire Station (1)
Fire Station (1)
176’
Warehouse (2)
612’
104’
Church
Median Opening
502’
Energy Air Ct.
Warehouse (2)
Beggs Rd.
Median Opening
Warehouse (1)
411’
288’
502’
180’
N Apopka Blvd.
Outdoor Living
932’
600’
N Pine Hills Rd.
300’
N Pine Hills Rd.
251’
500’
Sungro
Warehouse (1)
N. Pine Hills Rd.
269’
Overland Rd.
Overland Rd.
200’
956’
Residential
1,623’
293’
659’
Tophill Rd.
300’
5560 Pine Hills
Regal View Ln.
186’
68’
121’
370’
370’
Beggs Rd.
Clarcona Key Blvd.
667’
534’
North West Church
Hess
240’
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Figure:
Date:
367’
715’
936’
Overland Rd.
Match Line B
LEGEND
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Access Management Driveway Spacing (N. Pine Hills Rd. & Beggs Rd.)
2.1-1B
July 2015
Regal View Ln.
Beggs Rd.
Source: VHB
Project Title:
Map Title:
Utility Driveway
Pinto Way
N. Pine Hills Rd.
5550 Pine Hills (2)
5550 Pine Hills (1)
133’
N.T.S.
END
SR 414 WB Ramps
705’
705’
414
414
414
SR 414 EB On Ramp
SR 414 EB Off Ramp
140’
Restaurant Equipment
744’
N. Orange Blossom Tr.
565’
441
Car Lot (2)
420’
Retail Outlet
420’
Car Lot (1)
Lumber Yard
568’
130’
Used Car Lot
236’
Truck Yard
267’
Brownell St.
132’
72’
Temple Trail (2)
Temple Trail (1)
Brownell St.
261’
W. Virginia Dr.
694’
394’
Tophill Rd.
U-Haul
167’
167’
Warehouse
Office Building
783’
783’
LEGEND
Beggs Rd.
Beggs Rd.
Source: VHB
Project Title:
Map Title:
Figure:
Date:
Access Management Driveway Spacing (US 441/Orange Blossom Tr.)
2.1-1C
July 2015
N.T.S.
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2.1.4
Existing Intersection Geometry
Figure 2.1-3 provides the year 2015 intersection geometry for the following Study Area
intersections:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Hiawassee Road
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Breckenridge Circle (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Chet Drive (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Long Lake Hills Road (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Powers Drive
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Chatham Woods Court (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Long Lake Drive (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Lake Sparling Road
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Red Bone Lane (Unsignalized)
Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Pine Hills Road
Pine Hills Road/Clarcona Key Boulevard (Unsignalized)
Pine Hills Road/Pinto Way (Unsignalized)
Pine Hills Road/Energy Air Court (Unsignalized)
Pine Hills Road/Overland Road (Unsignalized)
Pine Hills Road/Beggs Road
Beggs Road/Apopka Boulevard (Unsignalized)
US 441/Brownell Street (Unsignalized)
US 441/SR 414 Eastbound Ramps
US 441/SR 414 Westbound Ramps
Turn lanes are generally provided at major signalized intersections. Of the seven
signalized intersections within the Study Area, five are maintained by Orange County.
The two signals at US 441/SR 414 are maintained by FDOT.
2.1.5
Intelligent Transportation Systems
The Orange County Public Works Department in conjunction with the FDOT ITS Program
and the FDOT Transportation System Management and Operations Program has
adopted an ITS Master Plan to address the Central Florida region’s continuing growth
and future ITS needs. The plan is to maximize the use of the existing transportation
system by providing increased accessibility, reliability, and safety as a part of a fully
integrated multimodal experience.
Orange County currently operates a Traffic Management Center (TMC) at their facility
on John Young Parkway in Orlando. The county can remotely monitor and communicate
with all signals connected to the existing fiber optic network using Eagle ACTRA signal
management software.
Orange County currently has overhead fiber optic on the north side of Clarcona-Ocoee
Road from Hiawassee Road to Powers Drive. From Powers Drive to Pine Hills Road, the
fiber optic is located underground on the south side of the road.
On Pine Hills Road, there is fiber optic underground on the west side of the road. This
line connects to the Clarcona-Ocoee Road fiber optic line at the southwest corner of
Clarcona-Ocoee Road and Pine Hills Road.
On Beggs Road, the fiber optic is located underground on the north side of the roadway.
This fiber optic line connects to the line on Pine Hills Road at the southeast corner of the
intersection.
There is no fiber optic currently on US 441 within the Study Area.
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441
LEGEND
End Project
441
441
±
Maitland Blvd.
414
Ohio Ave.
STOP
Apopka Blvd.
Source: Bing Maps/VHB
Apopka Blvd.
Orange Blossom Tr.
Intersection Lane Geometry
414
Orange Blossom Tr.
Stop-Controlled Intersection
Orange Blossom Tr.
STOP
Maitland Blvd.
Beggs Rd.
Powers Dr.
Chet Dr.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Pine Hills Rd.
STOP
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Pine Hills Rd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
STOP
Lake Sparling Rd.
Hiawassee Rd.
Energy Air Ct.
STOP
STOP
Pine Hills Rd.
Beggs Rd.
STOP
Signalized Intersection
Red Bone Ln.
Long Lake Dr.
Lake Long Hills Blvd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Pine Hills Rd.
STOP
Breckenridge Cir.
Clarcona Key Blvd.
STOP
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
STOP
STOP
STOP
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
Pine Hills Rd.
Begin Project
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
STOP
Figure:
Date:
Existing Intersection Geometry
2.1-3
July 2015
Driveway
Chatham Woods Ct.
Aladdin Dr.
Project Title:
Map Title:
Pine Hills Rd.
STOP
STOP
Pinto Way
Overland Rd.
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2.1.7
Traffic Volumes
Weekday daily and hourly traffic volumes along the Study Area roadway segments and
intersections were collected from various sources such as the FDOT Florida
Transportation Information (FTI) and the Orange County Concurrency Management
System (OCCMS) annual traffic counts program.
The Level of Service (LOS) for automobiles, pedestrians, bicycles, and buses is well
documented in the Highway Capacity Manual. Consistent with the evaluation criteria in
the Highway Capacity Manual, the 2012 FDOT Quality/Level of Service Handbook was
used in order to obtain the arterial LOS along key Study Area roadway segments. The
annual average daily and peak hour directional volumes along the different Study Area
roadway segments were compared against the latest Generalized Service Volumes
Tables and Orange County Concurrency Management System (CMS) to qualitatively
assess the existing conditions. Table 2.1-4 depicts the average annual traffic volumes in
the Study Area.
Table 2.1-4: Existing Roadway Level of Service
Roadway
Daily
From/To
PM Peak
AADT
LOS
Volume
Pk. Dr.
LOS
Clarcona-Ocoee Rd
Hiawassee Rd to Powers Rd
20,664
C
1,056
WB
C
Clarcona-Ocoee Rd
Powers Rd to Pine Hills Rd
23,703
C
1211
WB
C
Pine Hills Rd
Clarcona-Ocoee Rd to Beggs Rd
12,277
C
620
SB
C
Beggs Rd
Pine Hills Rd to US 441
4,316
C
315
WB
C
US 441
Beggs Rd to SR 414
26,861
C
1,834
SB
C
Source: 2012 FDOT Quality/Level of Service Handbook Tables, Florida FTI, Orange County CMS
As shown in Table 2.1-4, all the Study Area roadway segments currently operate within
acceptable LOS standards (all roadways have a LOS E Standard).
The LOS for the Study Area intersections also used the evaluation criteria from the
Highway Capacity Manual, with the analysis performed using Synchro Software (version
8.0). The intersection LOS, for the intersection that the trail is anticipated to cross, was
obtained by applying the seasonally adjusted field turning movement counts to the
existing intersection geometry. The traffic signal timings used for the analysis were
provided by Orange County.
Table 2.1-5 below depicts the existing (year 2015) intersection LOS and delay for the
Study Area. Figure 2.1-4 summarizes the existing turning movement volumes.
Table 2.1-5: Existing Intersection Level of Service
Intersection
Clarcona-Ocoee
Rd/Hiawassee Rd
Pine Hills Rd/Beggs Rd
US 441/SR 414
Control
AM Peak
PM Peak
Delay
LOS
Delay
LOS
Signalized
10.0
B
8.1
A
Signalized
11.3
B
12.1
B
Signalized
8.6
A
9.7
A
Source: VHB-SYNCHRO 8
As seen in Table 2.1-5, the Study Area intersections currently operate under acceptable LOS conditions
during the AM and PM peak hours. The Synchro Summary Sheets are provided in Appendix B.
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LEGEND
LEGEND
Traffic
Volume
AM AM
(PM)(PM)
Traffic
Volume
±
441
409 (384)
68 (102)
44 (51)
Source: Bing Maps/VHB
Maitland Blvd.
124 (134)
519 (466)
182 (117)
88 (27)
665 (169)
414
46 (46)
1182 (485)
400 (84)
1 (2)
16 (9)
204 (191)
Orange Blossom Tr.
Apopka Blvd.
104 (127)
315 (497)
108 (164)
210 (350)
146 (210)
Clarcona Ocoee Rd.
82 (173)
282 (423)
120 (126)
Beggs Rd.
485 (202)
231 (248)
Pine Hills Rd.
Hiawassee Rd.
121 (124)
525 (318)
159 (86)
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Existing Turning Movement Volumes
2.1-4
July 2015
414
Maitland Blvd.
598 (1399)
32 (82)
Traffic
Movement
Traffic
Movement
Orange Blossom Tr.
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
Stop-Controlled
Intersection
441
161 (270)
311 (250)
STOP STOP
9 (7)
903 (1515)
47 (10)
Signalized
Intersection
Signalized
Intersection
1298 (680)
370 (481)
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2.1.8
Safety and Crash Data
A multimodal safety analysis was completed for the Study Area roadway segments and
intersections to determine if the traffic demands combined with geometric conditions
pose potential safety issues. To identify crash patterns along the corridor, crash data
was obtained from the FDOT’s Crash Analysis Reporting System (CARS) and Signal Four
Database for the previous three years (January 01, 2012 to December 31, 2014) along
Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Pine Hills Road, Beggs Road, and US 441.
Total Crashes
A total of 551 crashes resulted in 331 injuries and zero (0) fatalities. The crashes were
reported over the three-year period along Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Pine Hills Road, Beggs
Road, and US 441 within the Study Area, as depicted in Table 2.1-6 through Table
2.1-13. Collectively, the general increase in crashes over the 2012-2014 time period may
be attributed to, among other reasons, the overall increase in traffic volumes.
Segment crash rates in crashes per million vehicle-miles traveled were calculated for the
corridor in order to compare the actual crash rate of the corridor to the statewide
average crash rate for similar facilities during the study period. The FDOT statewide
average crash rate were extracted from the FDOT’s CARS.
Table 2.1-6: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event – Clarcona-Ocoee Road
Crash Type
2012
2013
2014
2012 - 2014
Total
Average
per Year
Percent
Roadway: Clarcona-Ocoee Road
Rear End
29
35
39
103
34.3
32%
Left Turn
Sideswipe
31
22
28
81
27.0
25%
5
14
19
38
12.7
12%
Off Road
10
1
7
18
6.0
6%
Head On
2
1
2
5
1.7
2%
Bicycle
0
2
1
3
1.0
1%
Angle
6
1
9
16
5.3
5%
Pedestrian
1
0
2
3
1.0
1%
Right Turn
2
3
2
7
2.3
2%
Rollover
0
1
0
1
0.3
0%
All Other
14
15
22
51
17.0
16%
Total
100
95
131
326
108.7
100%
Source: FDOT’s CARS and Signal Four
Table 2.1-7: Crash Data Summary by Year - Clarcona-Ocoee Road
Year
Total
Number
of
Crashes
Number of
Injury
Crashes
Total
Number
of
Injuries
Number of
Fatal Crashes
Total
Number of
Fatalities
Number
of Night
Crashes
Number
of Wet
Crashes
Roadway: Clarcona-Ocoee Road
2012
100
36
75
0
0
39
16
2013
95
38
61
0
0
33
6
2014
131
39
61
0
0
33
21
2009-2013
326
113
197
0
0
105
43
Average
108.7
37.7
65.7
0.0
0.0
35.0
14.3
Percent
-
34.66%
-
0.00%
-
32.21%
13.19%
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Table 2.1-8: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - Pine Hills Road
2012
2013
2014
2012 - 2014
Total
Average
per Year
Percent
Rear End
9
18
16
43
14.3
29%
Left Turn
Sideswipe
14
10
12
36
12.0
25%
1
6
10
17
5.7
12%
Off Road
4
1
2
7
2.3
5%
Head On
2
0
0
2
0.7
1%
Bicycle
0
1
1
2
0.7
1%
Angle
3
1
4
8
2.7
5%
Right Turn
2
2
2
6
2.0
4%
Rollover
0
0
1
1
0.3
1%
All Other
6
7
11
24
8.0
16%
Total
41
46
59
146
48.7
100%
Crash Type
Roadway: Pine Hills Road
Table 2.1-9: Crash Data Summary by Year - Pine Hills Road
Total
Number
of
Crashes
Number of
Injury
Crashes
Total
Number
of
Injuries
Number of
Fatal Crashes
Total
Number of
Fatalities
Number
of Night
Crashes
Number
of Wet
Crashes
2012
41
13
30
0
0
19
3
2013
46
16
32
0
0
16
4
2014
59
21
29
0
0
13
8
2009-2013
146
50
91
0
0
48
15
Average
48.7
16.7
30.3
0.0
0.0
16.0
5.0
Percent
-
34.25%
-
0.00%
-
32.88%
10.27%
Year
Roadway: Pine Hills Road
Table 2.1-10: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - Beggs Road
2012
2013
2014
2012 - 2014
Total
Average
per Year
Percent
Rear End
2
4
7
13
4.3
50%
Left Turn
1
1
2
4
1.3
15%
Off Road
0
3
0
3
1.0
12%
Bicycle
0
0
1
1
0.3
4%
All Other
0
3
2
5
1.7
19%
Total
3
11
12
26
8.7
100%
Crash Type
Roadway: Beggs Road
Table 2.1-11: Crash Data Summary by Year - Beggs Road
Total
Number
of
Crashes
Number
of Injury
Crashes
Total
Number
of
Injuries
Number of
Fatal Crashes
Total
Number
of
Fatalities
Number
of Night
Crashes
Number
of Wet
Crashes
2012
3
1
1
0
0
3
0
2013
11
1
1
0
0
3
8
2014
12
5
5
0
0
1
11
2009-2013
26
7
7
0
0
7
19
Average
8.7
2.3
2.3
0.0
0.0
2.3
6.3
Percent
-
26.92%
-
0.00%
-
26.92%
73.08%
Year
Roadway: Beggs Road
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Table 2.1-12: Crash Data Summary by Harmful Event - US 441
2012
2013
2014
2012 - 2014
Total
Average
per Year
Percent
Rear End
10
10
14
34
11.3
64%
Left Turn
Sideswipe
0
1
3
4
1.3
8%
0
1
1
2
0.7
4%
Off Road
1
3
0
4
1.3
8%
Head On
0
1
0
1
0.3
2%
Angle
2
0
0
2
0.7
4%
Rollover
0
0
1
1
0.3
2%
All Other
1
1
3
5
1.7
9%
Total
14
17
22
53
17.7
100%
Crash Type
Roadway: US 441
Table 2.1-13: Crash Data Summary by Year - US 441
Total
Number
of
Crashes
Number of
Injury
Crashes
Total
Number
of
Injuries
Number of
Fatal Crashes
Total
Number of
Fatalities
Number
of Night
Crashes
Number
of Wet
Crashes
2012
14
7
11
0
0
4
1
2013
17
9
15
0
0
4
2
2014
22
8
10
0
0
5
3
2009-2013
53
24
36
0
0
13
6
Average
17.7
8.0
12.0
0.0
0.0
4.3
2.0
Percent
-
45.28%
-
0.00%
-
24.53%
11.32%
Year
Roadway: US 441
Crashes in the Study Area that involved bicyclists or pedestrians were also reviewed and
tabulated in Table 2.1-14. There is a high concentration of vehicular crashes at the
intersection of Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Hiawassee Road; however only one pedestrian
crash occurred in the immediate area. A closer analysis at these vehicular crashes
reveals that some of these crashes could be mitigated by constructing right turn lanes
for all approaches, which will reduce the speed fluctuation associated with right turning
vehicles decelerating in the through lane.
Table 2.1-14: Average Crash Rate and Bicycle and Pedestrian Crash Data
Intersection
ClarconaOcoee Rd at
Hiawaassee
Rd
Pine Hills Rd
at Beggs Rd
US 441 at SR
414
(Maitland
Blvd)
Number
of
Crashes
AADT
ACR
Crash Rate Category
AVG
Pedestrian
Crashes
Bicycle
Crashes
High Crash
Intersection?
53
37,603
1.29
Urban 4-5 Lane 2-way
Divided Raised (4
legs)
0.44
1
0
YES
9
25,472
0.32
Divided Paved (4 legs)
0.55
0
1
NO
5
22,237
0.21
Divided Paved (4 legs)
0.55
0
0
NO
123-
Notes:
Number of crashes from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2014.
Data collected by VHB, Inc.
AVG = Statewide Average Crash Rate for Corresponding Category.
2.1.9
Lighting
A lighting inventory was conducted using Google Earth and Google Street View,
supplemented by information collected in the field. Throughout most of the Study Area,
there are both freestanding and utility pole lights located on both sides of the roadway
with the exception of the following areas:
• Within the Duke Energy Easement
• Along US 441 from Beggs Road to 500 feet southeast of the SR 414 Eastbound
Ramps
Figure 2.1-5 shows the location of the lighting fixtures throughout the Study Area.
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2.2
Railroad Infrastructure
The Florida Central Railroad (FCEN) line is the rail corridor that crosses through the
Study Area. The FCEN rail corridor consists of one main line and three branch lines
(depicted in Figure 2.2-1). The main line, which crosses through the Study Area at Beggs
Road, begins in downtown Orlando (connecting to the Central Florida Rail Corridor) and
ends in Umatilla. The branch lines, located outside the Study Area, includes track
connecting:
• The main line to the Silver Star Industrial Park
• The main line at Forest City to Winter Garden
• The main line at Tavares to Sorrento
The FCEN rail line is operated by Florida Central Railroad and is owned by parent
company Pinsly Railroad. The FCEN line is one of three railroads owned by the Pinsly
Railroad Company in Florida. The FCEN line is a former CSXT branch line; therefore, the
track is owned by FCEN, but the land is owned by CSX (and leased to FCEN). The FCEN
line was acquired by FCEN in 1986 and was expanded in 1990.
2.2.1
Rail Operations
Existing operations along the FCEN corridor consist predominantly of freight service with
limited passenger service (in the form of weekend excursion trains in Lake County,
outside the Study Area).
FCEN reports that they run three freight trains per day, five days per week. One train
travels to and from the CSX Taft Yard (located on the Central Florida Rail Corridor, south
of downtown Orlando) per night; one train works the Silver Star Industrial Park and
retrieves their cars off of a small yard on the main subdivision; and one train alternates
between Winter Garden, Apopka, and occasionally Eustis.
Since traffic on the FCEN line is light, FCEN has been able to store empty rail cars for CSX
and other rail operators on the rail line. It is estimated that there are about 1,000 cars
on the line at any one time.
2.2.2
Rail Infrastructure
There is one railroad-highway grade crossing in the Study Area (at Beggs Road). This
crossing has two tracks and is equipped with gates and flashers. It is important to note
that, even though there are sidewalks present along Beggs Road, there is a gap across
the railroad tracks. During later stages of the project, consideration will need to be given
to a sidewalk connection across the tracks, along with active warning devices for
bicyclists and pedestrians.
Figure 2.2-1 shows the conditions at the crossing.
Figure 2.2-1: Conditions at FCEN Crossing at Beggs Road
Source: Google Street View
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2.3
Transit Service and Infrastructure
Existing transit services in the Study Area are operated by the Central Florida Regional
Transportation Authority (d.b.a. LYNX). Transit service is one means of accessing the
new proposed trail and is an important component of this existing conditions
evaluation. This subsection discusses the transit service in the Study Area.
2.3.1
Overview of LYNX
LYNX provides service within a three county region comprised of Orange, Osceola, and
Seminole counties. The major services offered by LYNX include 70 local fixed bus routes
(links), 13 NeighborLinks, two BRT routes referred to as LYMMO, three FastLinks, and
one express bus route. In addition to these services, LYNX also provides paratransit
service, Transportation Disadvantaged (TD) services, Medicaid transports, commuter
assistance vanpools, and shuttle service to special events.
2.3.2
LYNX Transit Service
LYNX fixed-routes located along or intersecting with the Study Area include:
• Link 9 (Rosemont/Winter Park) – This link connects the Rosemont area with the
Winter Park SunRail Station. It provides service within the Study Area along
Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Pine Hills Road to US 441.
• Link 44 (Pine Hills/Apopka/Zellwood) – This link connects the communities of
Pine Hills, Apopka, and Zellwood. It provides service west of the Study Area
along Hiawassee Road.
• Link 106 (US 441 from Downtown Orlando to Apopka) – This link connects LYNX
Central Station to the Apopka SuperStop via US 441. It provides service within
the Study Area along US 441 from Beggs Road to Maitland Boulevard.
• Link 443 (Pine Hills/Winter Park) – This route connects the Pine Hills area with
Florida Hospital Winter Park. It provides service within the Study Area along
Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Powers Drive to US 441.
Figure 2.3-1 shows the existing LYNX bus routes serving the Study Area.
LYNX service in the Study Area is provided on weekdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. The
earliest route begins at 4:45 AM and the latest route ends at 1:30 AM. Frequencies vary
by route, time of day, and day of the week.
Table 2.3-1 presents the span of service, frequency, and ridership for each of the routes
in the Study Area. The frequency shown in the table represents the typical range for the
span of service.
Table 2.3-1: LYNX Study Area Route Summary
Route
Route Description
Span of Service
9
Rosemont/Winter
Park
6:00 AM to 12:30 AM
Monday – Friday
5:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Saturday
5:30 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday and Holiday
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Monday – Friday
5:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday
4:45 AM to 1:30 AM
Monday – Friday
4:45 AM to 10:30 PM
Saturday
4:45 AM to 8:45 PM
Sunday and Holiday
5:15 AM to 9:00 PM
Monday – Friday
5:15 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday
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Service
Frequency
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60 Min
60 Min
60 Min
60 Min
15/30/15/60 Min
30 Min
60 Min
60 Min
60 Min
60 min
Source: LYNX Posted Timetables (Effective 04/19/15)
Bus Stop Infrastructure
A desktop review using current aerial footage was performed (supplemented with
information collected in the field) to assess the infrastructure present at bus stops
within the Study Area. Out of the 13 stops examined in the Study Area, only four were
identified to have shelters. The remainder either were found to have just a sign or a sign
and bench. These remaining stops also have accessibility issues stemming from the lack
of a landing pad.
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2.4
Bicycle and Pedestrian Infrastructure
The bicycle and pedestrian network plays an important role in accessing the new Coast
to Coast Trail. This section details the existing bicycle and pedestrian network in the
Study Area.
2.4.1
Bicycle Lanes
A desktop inventory of bicycle/bike lanes was completed for the Study Area utilizing the
latest aerial photography and Google Street View. No bike lanes were identified in the
Study Area.
2.4.2
Sidewalks and Curb Ramps
A desktop inventory of sidewalk facilities was completed for the Study Area utilizing the
latest aerial photography. This review examined the presence of sidewalks along roads
in the Study Area.
The results of the review indicate that Clarcona-Ocoee Road and Pine Hills Road both
have sidewalks on both sides of the road. There were gaps, however, identified along
Beggs Road and US 441. These gaps are as follows:
• Beggs Road:
o South side of the road from Pine Hills Road to approximately 50 feet
east of the railroad tracks
o South side of the road from 150 feet west of the overpass to the
overpass
o North side of the road approximately 50 feet east and west of the
railroad crossing
• US 441:
o West side of the road from the overpass at Beggs Road to Apopka
Boulevard
o East side of the road from the overpass at Beggs Road to the SR 414
eastbound ramps
Utilizing Google Street View, it was found that in general, where sidewalks are provided,
curb ramps are also provided. Only one intersection was identified to be missing curb
ramps: Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Breckenridge Circle.
2.4.3
Crosswalks
Marked crosswalks are located throughout the Study Area. Signalized crosswalks (shown
in Figure 2.4-1) are present at the following intersections:
• Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Hiawassee Road
• Clarcona-Ocoee Road/N Powers Drive
• Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Lake Sparling Road
• Clarcona-Ocoee Road/N Pine Hills Road
• Clarcona-Ocoee Road/Beggs Road
• US 441/SR 414 Eastbound Ramps
• US 441/Apopka Boulevard-SR 414 Westbound Ramps
The spacing between these signalized crosswalks is fairly long, with the spacing between
signalized crosswalks easily exceeding half a mile. These long distances encourage
pedestrians to cross at unmarked locations.
2.4.4
Trails
This project will link two existing trails, (1) the Clarcona-Ocoee Connector Trail in Orange
County and (2) the Seminole Wekiva Trail in Seminole County.
In addition, it will also connect to the Pine Hills Trail. A description of the two Orange
County trails, the Seminole Wekiva Trail, along with an overview of the Orange County
Trails Master Plan, are included below.
Orange County Trails Master Plan
The 2012 Orange County Trails Master Plan envisions approximately 170 miles of paved
multi-purpose trails that connect neighborhoods, parks, schools, offices, shopping and
natural areas throughout Orange County. Updated in 2012 by the Orange County Parks
and Recreation Division, the Orange County Trails Master Plan includes an overview of
two trails that will be used to fill in the Orange County Gap of the Coast to Coast Trail:
the Pine Hills Trail and the Clarcona-Ocoee Connector Trail.
The Pine Hills Trail is a proposed 8.2-mile (including an existing 0.7-mile section) trail
that, when completed, will travel from SR 50 in the south to the Seminole Wekiva Trail
near SR 414/US 441 in the north.
The Orange County Parks and Recreation Department has indicated that Phase 1 (SR 50
to Silver Star Road) is expected to be complete in November 2016. Phase 3, which is a
part of this project, will run from Clarcona-Ocoee Road to the Seminole Wekiva Trail
near SR 414/US 441. The second phase, from Silver Star Road to Clarcona-Ocoee Road,
is planned but not part of this project.
The Clarcona-Ocoee Connector Trail is approximately 3.3 miles, of which the western
1.7 miles is already constructed. This trail is proposed to run along Clarcona-Ocoee Road
to Pine Hills Road where it will connect to the proposed Pine Hills Trail. This project will
complete the Clarcona-Ocoee Connector Trail, tying it to the Pine Hills Trail.
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Seminole Wekiva Trail
The Seminole Wekiva Trail, when fully completed, will begin at the interchange of SR
414 and US 441 in Orange County and continue north, ultimately terminating at SR 46 in
Sanford. The southern portion of the Seminole Wekiva Trail, from SR 414/US 441 to SR
436, is currently under construction and expected to be complete in Summer 2015. The
southern portion of this trail will connect to the Pine Hills Trail-Phase 3.
2.4.5
Parallel Bicycle and Pedestrian Routes
Parallel routes can provide an alternative for bicyclists and pedestrians traversing
through the Study Area.
Based on a desktop review, there are no parallel bicycle and pedestrian routes within
close proximity to the Study Area.
2.4.6
Pedestrian and Bicycle Traffic Volumes
Pedestrian and bicycle volumes were collected as part of the supplemental traffic counts
at the Study Area intersections during the morning and afternoon periods. Table 2.4-1
summarizes pedestrian and bicycle traffic volumes within the Study Area.
Table 2.4-1: Summary of Pedestrian and Bicycle Traffic Volumes
Intersection
Clarcona-Ocoee Rd/Hiawassee Rd
Pine Hills Rd/Beggs Rd
US 441/SR 414
Pedestrian and Bicycle Volumes
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2.5
Summary of Transportation Plans
A review of various transportation plans was performed to understand what kinds of
improvements are planned throughout the Study Area. During this exercise, the
following documents were reviewed:
• MetroPlan Orlando’s 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan;
• MetroPlan Orlando’s Transportation Improvement Plan;
• FDOT’s Five Year Work Program;
• Orange County’s Capital Improvement Plan; and
• LYNX’s FY 2015-2024 Transit Development Plan.
2.5.1
Overview of Documents
MetroPlan Orlando 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
The MetroPlan 2040 LRTP is a document that identifies current and future
transportation needs for a given region based on population projections and anticipated
travel demand. The MetroPlan 2040 LRTP is the blueprint for transportation
improvements in Orange, Seminole, and Osceola Counties.
MetroPlan Orlando Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) FY 2015-FY 2019
The TIP is a priority list of federal and state funded projects that have been scheduled
for implementation by MetroPlan. The TIP includes financially feasible projects that
were previously adopted by state and local officials, and transportation agencies. The
TIP includes projects funded through FY 2019.
FDOT Five Year Work Program
Each year, FDOT develops the Five Year Work Program in accordance with Section
339.135, Florida Statutes. The Five Year Work Program is an ongoing process that is
used to forecast the funds needed for upcoming transportation system improvements
scheduled for the next five years. The development of this Work Program involves
extensive coordination with local governments, including Metropolitan Planning
Organizations and other city and county officials.
Orange County Capital Improvement Plan
The Orange County Capital Improvement Plan is an ongoing document that is used to
plan for a variety of capital improvement projects throughout the county. It includes
roadway, intersection, trail, sidewalk, and lighting improvements.
LYNX FY 2015-2024 Transit Development Plan
The LYNX FY 2015-2024 Transit Development Plan (TDP) documents future transit
improvements throughout Orange, Seminole, and Osceola Counties for the next ten
years. Transit improvements can include new routes, changes to existing route
alignments, expanded hours of operation, or increased frequencies.
2.5.2
Transportation Improvements in Study Area
The transportation improvements for the Study Area that are identified in each plan is
summarized below.
MetroPlan Orlando 2040 Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)
• Unfunded Need: Widen Hiawassee Road from Clarcona-Ocoee Road to SR 414
(4 to 6 lanes).
• Unfunded Need: Widen Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Apopka Vineland Road to
Hiawassee Road (4 to 6 lanes).
MetroPlan Orlando Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) FY 2015-FY 2019
The TIP identifies construction of the Pine Hills Trail. However, the extents of the
construction differs from the Orange County Capital Improvement Plan. After contacting
Orange County, it was determined that the correct extents should be from Alhambra
Drive to Clarcona-Ocoee Road (as documented in the Orange County Capital
Improvement Plan).
FDOT Five Year Work Program
No improvements were identified to transportation facilities in the Study Area.
Orange County Capital Improvement Plan
The Pine Hills Trail is funded for construction from Alhambra Drive to Clarcona-Ocoee
Road. Construction is expected to start in February 2016 and be complete in November
2016.
LYNX FY 2015-2024 Transit Development Plan
No improvements were identified for transit routes serving the Study Area.
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3
Engineering and Site Characteristics
3.1
Existing Utilities and Fiber Optics
In order to identify potential utility conflicts, a preliminary assessment of the utilities located in
the Study Area was performed.
A Sunshine One Call ticket was processed in May 2015 to identify a list of potential utility
providers within the corridor. The utility companies on that list were then contacted to
determine if they had any utilities within the Study Area. A list of utility providers with a
confirmed presence in the Study Area is shown in Table 3.1-1.
Table 3.1-1: Utility Agencies and Contact Information
Utility/Agency
Contact Person
Contact Number
AT&T
Dino Farruggio
561-997-0240
Bright House
Mark Mendoza
407-532-8519
Comcast
Wade Mathews
352-516-3824
Duke Energy
Sharon Dear
407-905-3321
Lake Apopka Gas
Alex Wosgien
407-656-2734
Orange County Utilities
David Shorette
407-254-9764
Source: Sunshine 811. Data was aggregated to reflect Study Area limits.
Following an inventory of utility providers, an analysis was conducted on overhead and
underground utilities. This analysis extends the length of the Study Area and is a good tool for
identifying potential conflicts that may arise during design or construction of the trail.
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Existing utilities within the Study Area were identified in the following areas:
• North side of Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Hiawassee Road to Pine Hills Road
• Both the east and west sides of Pine Hills Road from Clarcona-Ocoee Road to Beggs
Road
• The Duke Energy Easement from Clarcona-Ocoee Road to Beggs Road
• Both the north and south side of Beggs Road from the Duke Energy Easement to US 441
• The east side of US 441 from Beggs Road to the SR 414 interchange
3.1.1
Overhead Utilities
For overhead utilities, a desktop analysis was performed using the provided information from the
utilities, field investigation, and available digital GIS information.
Due to homeland security considerations, there are some limitations associated with this data
and may not reflect all transmission lines. Prior to completing the analysis of alternatives, the
need for obtaining overhead utility data from Duke Energy should be considered. The lines
depicted in Appendix C-1 illustrate the Duke Energy power transmission line locations in the
vicinity of the Study Area based on on-site investigation. The data presented may not identify all
potential overhead utility conflicts.
It is important to note that a utility pole inventory was also completed along the Study Area
roadways. The results of the analysis indicate that utility poles along Clarcona-Ocoee Road may
need to be relocated to accommodate the proposed trail. The alignment of the trail, and any
associated utility relocation, will be examined in the concept development phase.
Clarcona-Ocoee Road
• Duke Energy power lines and roadway lighting fixtures
• Comcast Cable lines on power poles
• AT&T cable on power poles
• Orange County Traffic fiber optic on power poles
Pine Hills Road
• AT&T cable on power poles
Duke Energy Easement
• Duke Energy power lines and transfer station
Beggs Road
• Comcast Cable lines on power poles
US 441
• Duke Energy power lines and lighting
The maps provided in Appendices C-1, C-2 and C-3 show the locations of these utilities.
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3.1.2
Underground Utilities
For underground utilities, a desktop analysis was performed using the provided information from
the utilities, field investigation and available digital GIS information.
Due to homeland security considerations, there are some limitations associated with this data
and may not reflect all transmission lines. Prior to completing the analysis of alternatives, the
need for obtaining underground utility data from Duke Energy should be considered. The data
presented may not identify all potential underground utility conflicts.
Clarcona-Ocoee Road
• Duke Energy for roadway lighting
• Comcast Cable lines
• AT&T cable
• Orange County Utilities – water and sanitary forcemain
• Lake Apopka Gas pipe
Pine Hills Road
• AT&T cable
• Orange County Traffic fiber optic
• Duke Energy power facilities
Beggs Road
• Comcast Cable lines
• AT&T cable
• Orange County Traffic fiber optic
US 441
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AT&T fiber optic cable
Orange County Utilities – Water
Orange County Traffic fiber optic
The maps provided in Appendices C-1, C-2, C-3, and C-4 show the locations of these utilities.
3.1.3
Summary of Existing Utility Systems
The following is a summary of the major existing utility systems described above that may be
impacted by the proposed trail. This is a cursory review to understand the utilities infrastructure
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associated with the proposed trail alignment. Please refer to the exhibits in Appendix C which
summarize the existing utility locations.
Clarcona-Ocoee Road – Ideally, the trail will be located on the north side of the roadway where
utility poles are located and contain lighting and power overhead as well as power, cable, water
and wastewater utilities underground. For the most part, utilities are located deep enough that a
typical bike trail pavement section would not affect the underground utilities unless major grade
adjustments are necessary for construction. All utilities will need to be vertically verified prior to
construction. The existing power poles and lighting poles will need to be addressed for relocation
based on the final trail alignment and location.
Pine Hills Road Alternative – The location of the trail in this corridor is yet to be determined, so
both sides were evaluated for potential utility conflicts. There appears to be sufficient right of way
on both sides of the road to avoid relocation of existing power and roadway lighting poles. As
stated previously, underground utilities will not be affected unless grading adjustments are made.
Duke Energy Alternative – In this alternative, the trail is proposed along the existing power line
easement between Clarcona-Ocoee Road and Beggs Road. The Duke Energy easement appears to
provide sufficient area to avoid all overhead power poles, with the exception of two areas, (1)
adjacent to the power sub-station and (2) immediately south of Beggs Road. Due to Homeland
Security issues, the entire easement would need to be evaluated to locate all utility locations. Close
coordination with Duke Energy will be needed should this alternative be selected for the trail. An
aerial map depicting the existing Duke Energy facilities within the easement, as well as the required
25 foot buffer separation (required as part of the Duke Energy Trail Guidelines included in
Appendix A) are included as Appendix D.
Beggs Road–The location of the trail in this corridor is yet to be determined, so both the north and
south sides of the roadway were evaluated for utility infrastructure impacts. With limited right of
way width, conflicts with utility poles will be an issue. Underground utilities will need to be verified
prior to construction. Also, a field review noted that relocation of the railroad crossing arms to
accommodate a sidewalk for the trail may potentially impact the overhead utilities. Further review
and investigation will be needed in the concept design phase to address this potential issue.
US 441 – The trail is proposed on the east side of this roadway. This corridor contains large changes
in grade, including the Beggs Road overpass embankment and natural adjacent grade changes.
Where excavation is required to provide an accessible flat trail pathway, the utilities will require
special attention since substantial grading may be required in these areas. There is sufficient right
of way to avoid utility poles.
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3.2
Soils and Geotechnical Data
Soil characteristics for the project were assessed according to the United States Department of
Agricultural National Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for Orange County, Florida. In
general, soil data showed there was some variation in the types of soils across the site. They ranged
from very poorly drained to excessively drained sands with depths to the water table between 0
to over 80 inches below the ground surface.
Soil types encountered along the project corridor are summarized in Table 3.2-1 and shown on
Figure 3.2-1. Specific soil characteristics can be found online at the NRCS Soil Web Survey for
Orange County, Florida. It should be noted that a more detailed analysis will be required prior to
design. The predominant soils under the existing swales are well drained soils, however, pockets
of poorly drained soils are present especially along the Pine Hills Road corridor.
Table 3.2-1 : Soils in the Study Area
NRCS Map
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Depth to Water Table
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A
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B/D
6 to 12 inches
42
Sanibel Muck
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20
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3.3
Stormwater and Drainage
The project is located within the St. Johns River Water Management District (SJRWMD) on the east
side of Lake Apopka and within the Wekiva River Watershed. As the Wekiva River watershed is a
protected basin, there is more stringent stormwater water quality design criteria.
The elevations along the roadway right-of-ways generally range from 68 to 115 feet NGVD. Each
roadway contains existing stormwater drainage infrastructure to collect and manage runoff from
the existing pavement.
3.3.1
Existing Stormwater Management Systems
The following is a summary of the major existing stormwater management systems that may
potentially be impacted by the proposed trail. This is a cursory review to understand the
stormwater infrastructure design constraints associated with the proposed trail alignment. Please
refer to the aerial exhibits in Appendix E which summarize the possible impacts (Sheets 1 through
32).
Clarcona-Ocoee Road – The trail will ideally be located on the north side of the roadway where
curbside inlets, manholes, ditch bottom inlets (DBIs), flumes and swales may be impacted. The
manhole covers on existing sidewalks may need to be adjusted or moved during the construction
of the trail; this is a jurisdictional preference that varies within Central Florida. Regardless, they
must be ADA compliant. DBIs and swales that are impacted will need to be redesigned to allow for
adequate conveyance and treatment volumes of stormwater to levels consistent or exceeding
existing conditions. For example, the back of the sidewalk drainage flume located at the right turn
lane into the Walmart Neighborhood Market west of the intersection of Clarcona-Ocoee
Road/Pine Hills Road (see sheet 10 in Appendix E) may need to be adjusted.
Pine Hills Road Alternative – The location of the trail in this corridor is yet to be determined, so
both sides were evaluated for potential stormwater drainage conflicts. Swales, curbside inlet
manholes, DBIs and mitered-end-sections (MES) are present on both the east and west sides of
the roadway right-of-way. There are large swales along both sides of the roadway, within the rightof-way (shown in sheets 12-17 in Appendix E). If these swales are impacted, they will need to be
redesigned to allow for adequate conveyance and treatment volumes of stormwater to levels
consistent or exceeding existing conditions.
In addition, on both sides of North Pine Hills Road, there are many side drains under driveways
and roadways that may have to be rebuilt if the new trail impacts them. A large canal also flows
under North Pine Hills Road through a culvert (shown on sheet 15 in Appendix E). A headwall and
MES are used as end-treatments on the east side and west sides, respectively. The proposed trail
will attempt to avoid an impact to this large culvert.
In conclusion for this segment, both sides of the roadway contain large swales that are adjacent to
the existing sidewalk. When the trail is constructed, impacts to the swale will have to be
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considered. If the west side of North Pine Hills Road is selected for the trail construction, then
approximately 1,500 feet of the trail will be constructed in the floodplain (see Figure 5.1-1). If fill
material is added in this section, then floodplain compensation volume will be required.
Duke Energy Alternative – In this alternative, the trail is proposed along the existing power line
easement between Clarcona-Ocoee Road and Beggs Road. The southern portion of the easement
is undeveloped and does not contain any existing drainage infrastructure that would be impacted
by the construction of the trail. The northern half of the easement contains wetlands, stormwater
ponds, and drainage ditches. The proposed trail will have to meander around these features. In
addition, a bridge or the construction of culverts may be necessary to maintain existing drainage
conditions. Lastly, northern portions of the easement may require fill to provide sufficient width
to construct the trail along the existing wetlands and ponds.
Beggs Road–The location of the trail in this corridor is yet to be determined, so both the north and
south sides of the roadway were evaluated for stormwater infrastructure impacts. There are
manholes for curbside inlets on both sides of the roadway at the west end of Beggs Road. On the
east side of Beggs Road, there are DBI control structures and swales on the north and south sides
of the roadway. On the north side there is a stormwater management system for Tropical Metal
Traders (see sheet 19 in Appendix E).
US 441 – The trail is proposed on the east side of this roadway. Existing MES, flumes, swales and
manholes include the majority of the potential stormwater conflicts in this roadway corridor. A
flume located north of the Beggs Road overpass conveys runoff from the overpass into the eastern
right-of-way, then into a series of swales that run northwest along the roadway. The swales
terminate south of the SR 414 overpass. Compensation of stormwater volume will be required if
any stormwater volume in the swales is impacted. North from this point, under the SR 414 bridge
to the proposed connection point to the existing trail, curbside inlet manholes are located in the
right-of-way and in the existing sidewalk. This stormwater infrastructure could be impacted,
depending on the exact location of the trail. There is a 500 foot long section of right-of-way on the
east side of US 441 that is in the floodplain (see Figure 5.1-1). If fill material is added in this section,
then floodplain compensation volume will be required.
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4
Community Characteristics
4.1
Demographics
Understanding the demographics of the Study Area is important in identifying potential impacts
for the Coast to Coast Trail. This section provides an overview of transportation-related
population and demographics compiled using data collected from the 2010 US Census and the
2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. In the following sections, population
characteristics and demographic features have been summarized in tabular format and
illustrated on maps.
4.1.1
Population Characteristics
An overview of the corridor population characteristics is provided in Table 4.1-1 using a 500 foot
buffer around the roadway. The population characteristics in the Study Area are illustrated in
Figure 4.1-1 through Figure 4.1-5.
Below are some highlights from the analysis:
• Population density is greatest along Clarcona-Ocoee Road
• There is a strong concentration of minorities along Clarcona-Ocoee Road, Pine Hills
Road, and the Duke Energy Easement
• The elderly and the disabled are dispersed throughout the Study Area
• The largest concentration of low income individuals is along Pine Hills Road and the
• The largest concentration of zero vehicle households is on Clarcona-Ocoee Road from
Hiawassee Road to Powers Drive
Collectively, this data indicates that this trail will provide another means of transportation to
disadvantaged individuals within the corridor, particularly those living along Clarcona-Ocoee
Road and Pine Hills Road.
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Table 4.1-1: Population Characteristics
Population Characteristic
Total Population
Population Density (Persons per Acre)
Total Households
Average Household Size
Household Density (Households per Acre)
Median Age
Population Over 65
Male
Female
White
Hispanic or Latino
Not Hispanic or Latino
Black of African American
Asian
Other
Population with a Disability (Age 16-64)
4.1.2
Study Area
3,028
6.42
962
3.04
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9.0%
49.6%
50.4%
31.7%
16.8%
17.2%
54.7%
3.4%
10.2%
10.0%
Socioeconomic Characteristics
Socioeconomic data was obtained from the 2010 US Census and the 2013 American Community
Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table 4.1-2 provides an overview of the socioeconomic characteristics.
Figure 4.1-6 and Figure 4.1-7 graphically presents these results.
Table 4.1-2: Socioeconomic Characteristics
Socioeconomic Characteristic
Median Household Income
Households Below Poverty Level
Total Housing Units
Owner-Occupied
Renter Occupied
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Population
Existing Trails
1 - 50
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51 - 100
Cities
101 - 200
Project Title
Map Title
Population Dot Density
Date
July 2015
Figure # 4.1-2
Unincorporated
Water Bodies
201 - 400
Greater than 400
Source:
2010 U.S. Census
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Minority Population
Existing Trails
0 - 20%
County Boundaries
20.1 - 40%
Cities
40.1 - 60%
Water Bodies
60 - 80%
Greater than 80%
Source:
2010 U.S. Census
Project Title
Map Title
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Date
July 2015
0
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Elderly Population (Age 65+)
Existing Trails
0 - 5%
County Boundaries
5 - 10%
Cities
10 - 15%
Water Bodies
15 - 20%
Greater than 20%
Source:
2010 U.S. Census
Project Title
Map Title
Elderly Population
Date
July 2015
0
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Existing Trails
0 - 8%
County Boundaries
8.1 - 10%
Cities
10.1 - 12%
Water Bodies
12.1 - 14%
Greater than 14%
Source:
2013 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Project Title
Map Title
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(Age 16-64)
Date
July 2015
0
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Low Income Population
Existing Trails
0 - 10%
County Boundaries
10.1 - 15%
Cities
15.1 - 20%
Water Bodies
20.1 - 25%
Greater than 25%
Source:
Project Title
Map Title
Low Income Population
Date
July 2015
0
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Zero Vehicle Households
Existing Trails
0 - 5%
County Boundaries
5.1 - 10%
Cities
10.1 - 15%
Water Bodies
15.1 - 20%
Greater than 20%
Source:
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Map Title
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Date
July 2015
0
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4.2
Existing Land Use
Existing land use patterns within the Study Area are important to consider during the planning of
this trail. This evaluation can shed light on both potential users as well as compatible uses that
would be adjacent to the proposed trail.
The primary existing use of land surrounding the Study Area is residential. Single family dwellings
are the predominant land use along the Clarcona-Ocoee Road section of the Study Area. The land
surrounding the northeastern section of the Study Area is primarily industrial land. Along both
alternatives, there is a significant amount of vacant land. The vacant lands include residential,
commercial, public, and industrial parcels. Table 4.2-1 and Figure 4.2-1 depict the existing land
use characteristics of the Study Area.
There are no schools or parks located adjacent to the Study Area. There are multiple churches
located in the Study Area. Table 4.2-1 depicts the community institutions and parks for the area
surrounding the Study Area.
Table 4.2-1 Existing Land Use
Future Land Use Designation
Residential
Commercial
Office
Industrial
Public/Institutional
Parks and Recreation
Vacant
Water Body/Stormwater
Other
Study Area
with Duke
Energy
Alternative
38.0%
4.7%
3.1%
15.2%
11.9%
0.1%
21.7%
4.4%
0.9%
Study Area with
Pine Hills Road
Alternative
36.6%
6.6%
3.8%
18.6%
11.2%
0.1%
16.8%
5.4%
1.0%
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Legend
Residential
Agricultural
Proposed Corridor
Commercial
Existing Trails
Industrial
Vacant
County Boundaries
Water Body/Stormwater
Cities
Office
Other
Source:
Orange County Property Appraiser
Project Title
Map Title
Existing Land Use
Date
July 2015
0
Figure # 4.2-1
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4.3
Existing Land Use Plans and Context Zones
In addition to determining the existing land use patterns within the Study Area, it is also
important to analyze the planned future land use patterns, adopted policies and previous
planning efforts that may influence the Study Area and the development of a preferred
alternative for the trail.
4.3.1
Orange County Comprehensive Plan
A review of the Orange County Comprehensive Plan was performed to analyze the long range
plan for the Study Area and to determine if the county has adopted policies that focus on the
Study Area. The Comprehensive Plan is the foundation for local land use, transportation, and
economic development planning and decision-making, serving to advance a community's vision
and priorities. It is divided into multiple elements.
Future Land Use Element
The Future Land Uses (FLUs) assigned by Orange County, shown in Figure 4.3-1, are generally
consistent with the existing land use patterns. Low density, single family residential is the
predominant FLU adjacent to the portion of the Study Area along Clarcona-Ocoee Road. The
northeast portion of the Study Area is primarily industrial, similar to the existing land use
patterns. Table 4.3-1 provides a breakdown of the FLU categories in the Study Area.
Table 4.3-1 Future Land Use
Future Land Use Designation
Low Density Residential
Low-Medium Density Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Institutional
Planned Development
Water Body
Study Area
with Duke
Energy
Alternative
54.2%
11.2%
2.0%
25.0%
4.8%
2.8%
0%
Study Area with
Pine Hills Road
Alternative
53.3%
6.1%
2.3%
30.5%
4.7%
2.7%
0.4%
Transportation Element
Policies T2.3.6, T3.1.2, T3.2.4 and T3.3.3 of the Transportation element contains multiple policies
regarding multi-modal transportation alternatives, including multi-use trails and references to
the Orange County Trails Master Plan, with the intent to “implement a countywide multi-use trail
system.” Policy T3.4.8 also focuses on working with regional partners to implement and enhance
the regional connectivity of Orange County Trails Master Plan.
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Neighborhood Element
Policy N3.2.2 recognizes the importance of connecting residential neighborhoods to the trail
system. This policy advises that the county seek to “build additional bicycle and pedestrian trails
to connect neighborhood to each other and to other parks.”
Recreation Element
Policies R1.1.5, R1.1.6, R1.1.6.1, R1.1.11 and R1.4.3 all reference the countywide trail system and
the Bikeways, Trails, and Greenways Master Plan, also known as the Orange County Trails Master
Plan. These policies are intended to provide for additional construction of trails for nonmotorized modes of transportation and to provide local and regional connectivity through the
trails system. Please refer to Section 2.4 of this report for more information regarding trails in the
Study Area that are identified in the Orange County Trails Master Plan.
Public Schools Element
Policies PS2.1.6, PS3.1.2 and PS3.1.3 focus on using trails as linkages between schools, parks and
residential neighborhoods. These policies are used to support the Public School element goals to
“make schools the cornerstones of community planning and design” and to “provide safe and
secure schools in healthy, well designed neighborhoods” Goals PS2 and PS3.
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Future Land Use
Residential - Medium
Existing Trails
Residential - Rural Settlement
Commercial
Planned Development
County Boundaries
Residential - Low
Office
Cities
Residential - Low/Medium
Industrial
Water
Source:
Orange County GIS
Project Title
Map Title
Future Land Use Map
Date
July 2015
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Office
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Single Family Residential - Low Density
Industrial
County Boundaries
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Cities
Multi-Family Residential
Planned Development
Water Bodies
Commercial
Note:
Specific zonings have been grouped into generalized
categories based on the character of the district for the
purposes of this map.
Source:
Orange County Property Appraiser
Project Title
Map Title
Zoning Map
Date
July 2015
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4.3.2
Context Zones
The zoning districts in the Study Area are generally consistent with the existing and planned
future land uses of the area. Figure 4.3-2 depicts a generalized view of the zoning districts within
the Study Area and Table 4.3-2 provides a breakdown of zoning districts for each alternative.
The specific zoning districts have been grouped based on the context zone characteristics and
uses to provide an overview of the area. The portion of the Study Area along Clarcona-Ocoee
Road is primarily suburban residential. The primary zoning districts are intended for single family
homes on a variety of lots sizes. The northeastern part of the Study Area is predominantly
industrial zoning districts. The maximum allowable floor area ratio of these districts is 0.5,
maintaining the more suburban context of development that is similar to the surrounding areas.
Development along the corridor is consistently suburban in style, and generally there is not a mix
of uses. There are a few variations where there is a limited mix of uses, specifically the presence
of commercial uses at major intersections along the corridor.
Table 4.3-2: Zoning Districts
Generalized Zoning
Agricultural
Commercial
Industrial
Planned Development
Residential
4.4
Zoning District
A-1
C-1
C-2
C-3
IND-1/IND-5
IND-1A
IND-2/IND-3
IND-4
P-D
R1-A
R-1
R-2
R-3
R-T
Study Area with Study Area with
Duke Energy
Pine Hills Road
Alternative
Alternative
22.5%
20.2%
3.1%
3.5%
0.0%
Less than 0.1%
0.3%
1.8%
0.0%
3.8%
1.2%
0.9%
11.7%
13.1%
14.1%
15.0%
10.2%
10.1%
26.1%
19.7%
4.7%
7.6%
3.3%
3.6%
0.7%
0.7%
1.9%
0.0%
Community Facilities
A desktop analysis of community facilities was completed using readily available GIS data from
the FDOT Efficient Transportation Decision Making – Environmental Screening Tool.
The community facilities are summarized in Table 4.4-1 below and presented in Figure 4.4-1.
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Table 4.4-1: Summary of Community Facilities
Community Facilities
Government
0
Airport
0
Cemetery
0
Law Enforcement Stations
0
Place of Worship
3
Cultural Center
0
Fire Station
1
Health Care
Facilities/Hospitals
Public/Private School
0
2
Park
0
Civic Center
0
Social Service
2
Community Center
0
Source: FDOT ETDM EST Tool
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4.5
Public Outreach
The project’s planned public outreach efforts are documented in the Public Involvement Plan
(PIP). The PIP includes an extensive list of stakeholders ranging from federal agencies, state
agencies, elected officials, and advocacy groups, as well as businesses and homeowner
associations in the Study Area. A variety of outreach methods will be used in helping to spread
the word on project-related activities/documents, including scheduled public meetings, to
individuals living or working within the Study Area.
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5
Environmental Conditions
5.1
Introduction and Background
This environmental conditions chapter is an overview of the various cultural, recreational
and environmentally sensitive resources within the proposed Coast to Coast Trail – Orange
County Gap (Study Area) from Hiawassee Road at Claracona-Ocoee Road to the intersection
of US 441 at SR 414. The Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT’s) Project
Development and Environment (PD&E) process, as well as federal and state regulations,
provides the general basis for identifying resources. These resources may need further
evaluation in subsequent project development phases.
The environmental conditions were identified and reviewed using Geographical Information
Systems (GIS). The Study Area, illustrated in Figure 5.1-1 and buffered 1,000 feet (total 2,000
feet), documents the environmental and cultural conditions.
Base line data reported in this chapter provides the basis upon which more detailed
environmental assessments will be conducted in subsequent project development phases.
The remainder of this chapter summarizes the following topics:
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Parklands and recreational resources
Air Quality
Noise
Waters of the US
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100-year floodplain
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5.2
Cultural Resources
Cultural resources are defined by the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA) of 1966 and
governed by federal and state regulations. Section 106 of the NHPA provides a general
process for cultural resource assessments and requires that historic and archaeological
resources be considered in project planning for federally funded or permitted projects.
Cultural resources or “historic properties” include any “prehistoric or historic district, site,
building, structure, or object included in, or eligible for inclusion in the National Register of
Historic Places (NRHP).” The NRHP places high importance on its listed resources giving them
higher priority for preservation.
A desktop review of the NRHP was conducted to determine the presence of archaeological
and/or historic resources within the Study Area. As a result of this review, the City of
Orlando, listed on the NHRP, is within the 1,000 foot buffer of the southeast section of the
Study Area. No other archaeological sites or historic resources are listed, determined
eligible, or considered potentially eligible for listing in the NRHP within the Study Area. Table
5.2-1 summarizes the resources found within the Study Area through this desktop review.
These are also illustrated in Figure 5.1-1.
Table 5.2-1: Summary of Cultural Resources
Cultural Resources
Study Area
SHPO Structures
12
SHPO Bridges
0
SHPO Resource Groups
0
SHPO Cemeteries
0
National Register (Site): City of
Orlando
1
Archaeological Sites
0
SHPO Surveys
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Source: Florida Master Site File (FMSF) from the Florida Department of State, Bureau of Historic Preservation
(2013).
The Florida Division of Historical Resources created the GIS data evaluated by the State
Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) including structures, bridges, cemeteries, and resource
groups (historic districts, designed historic landscapes, linear resources/sites, and building
complexes). This analysis reviewed the SHPO evaluation and included sites or areas that are
eligible or potentially eligible for listing in the NRHP, as well as areas that have not been
evaluated or have insufficient information.
No bridges, cemeteries, resource groups or archeological sites are present within the Study
Area. Several SHPO surveys were conducted within the Study Area:
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A Cultural Resource Assessment Survey of the Maitland Boulevard extension from SR
500 (US 441) to SR 434, Orange and Seminole Counties, Florida
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A Cultural Resource Assessment Survey Apopka (US 441) Bypass PD&E study area from
west of CR 437 (Smith Road) to 0.8 km (0.5 miles) north of CR 424 in Orange County,
Florida
A Cultural Resource Assessment Survey Edgewater Drive RCA study from ClarconaOcoee Road to Beggs Road, Orange County, Florida
A Cultural Resource Assessment Survey Clarcona-Ocoee Road from Ocoee-Apopka Road
(CR 437) to Hiawassee Road Orange County, Florida
Cultural Resource Assessment Survey, SR 429/SR 414 (Maitland Boulevard extension),
PD&E, study reevaluation, Orange County, Florida
Based on the results of the desktop review, a total of twelve (12) SHPO structures occur
within the Study Area including two directly adjacent to the Coast to Coast Trail – Orange
County Gap on Beggs Road:
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5.3
E.D. Cook Lumber Company located at 5901 Beggs Road
Masonry structure located at 6101 Beggs Road
Parklands and Recreational Areas
Section 4(f) of the US Transportation Act of 1966 provides protection of public parks, wildlife
management areas, and other public lands. Public lands are considered parks, recreational
areas, or wildlife and waterfowl refuges when the land has been designated by federal,
state, or local officials having jurisdiction over the land. In addition, Section 6(f) of the Land
and Water Conservation Act of 1972 provides protection of public lands that were purchased
with funds from this program. Potential Section 4(f) properties are protected when federal
funds are used to advance transportation improvements while Section 6(f) properties are
protected regardless of funding source. Parklands and recreational areas that were reviewed
for protection include:
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Areas of Critical Concern
Conservation Lands
Existing Trails
Florida Managed Areas
Florida Forever Lands
Greenways Project
Hiking Trail Opportunities
Parks
Park Boundaries
Scenic Byways
State Park Management Zones
State Parks
The GIS review identified no parklands or recreational areas within the Study Area. The two
existing trails connecting to the Study Area are the West Orange Trail (via the ClaraconaOcoee Connector Trail) occurring on the west terminus and the Seminole-Wekiva trail
occurring on the east terminus. Conservation lands exist surrounding wetland areas as
shown on Figure 5.1-1.
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The Study Area does not contain any existing parks, Florida Scenic Highways and Byways,
planned greenway projects, state parks and state park management zones, hiking trail
opportunities, Florida Forever Lands, or Areas of Critical Concern.
5.4
Air Quality
The Clean Air Act of 1972 defines the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA)
responsibilities for protecting and improving the nation's air quality. This federal law gives
EPA the authority to establish national air quality standards to protect public health and to
regulate hazardous air pollutants.
The project is located in an area which is designated attainment for all of the National
Ambient Air Quality Standards under the criteria provided in the Clean Air Act. Therefore,
the Clean Air Act conformity requirements do not apply to this project.
5.5
Noise Evaluation
Referencing FDOT PD&E Manual Part 2, Chapter 17, Section 17-2, item number 29, the
proposed Coast to Coast Trail – Orange County Gap is a Type III project, which is a project
that is a Federal, Federal-aid, or state funded highway project that does not meet the
classifications of a Type I or Type II. Type III projects, including construction of bicycle and
pedestrian lanes, paths, and facilities, do not require a noise analysis.
5.6
Waters of the US
The Rivers and Harbors Act, Clean Water Act (CWA), and other state and federal regulations
restore and maintain existing aquatic resources. Waters of the US refers to the limits of
jurisdiction for the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) under the CWA of 1972 and
subsequent amendments. USACE is supported by EPA, US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS),
and the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS). Non-tidal waters of the US include “lakes,
rivers, streams, mudflats, sandflats, wetlands, sloughs, prairie potholes, wet meadows, playa
lakes or natural ponds and tributaries or impoundments of such bodies” (33 CFR 328.3). A
portion of Long Lake occurs within the Study Area boundary. Table 5.6-1 summarizes the
waters of the US.
Table 5.6-1: Summary of Waters of the US
Waters of the US
Study Area
Wetlands
7 (26.44 acres)
Ponds
5 (2.31 acres)
Lakes: Long Lake
1 (14.57 acres)
Source: Florida Geographic Data Library (FGDL), 2013.
Existing wetlands identified within the Study Area were obtained from the US Fish and
Wildlife Service’s (USFWS) National Wetland Inventory (NWI) to determine the quality and
habitat preference. These wetlands are classified as emergent, forested, and scrub/shrub
systems. These classifications are based on substrate material, vegetation, and flooding
regime. The NWI wetlands are shown on the Environmental Conditions map (Figure 5.1-1).
The nearest wetland edge occurs approximately 30 feet from the proposed unpaved trail
running along the Duke Power easement. In compliance with Executive Order 11990, and
the FHWA Technical Advisory T640.8A, Title 23 CFR, Part 777, and Part 2, Chapter 18 of the
FDOT’s PD&E Manual, assessments of wetlands and natural resources will be performed
during the impact analysis portion of the Coast to Coast Trail – Orange County Gap.
5.7
Waters Quality
Water quality is also protected under the Clean Water Act of 1972. To determine if there is
poor water quality within the Study Area, a GIS analysis of the verified Impaired Waters and
aquatic preserves in the State of Florida was performed (Source: Florida Department of
Environmental Protection, 2012). This review identified no water bodies that fail to attain
any of its designated uses and/or meet the minimum criteria for surface waters established
in the Surface Water Quality Standards (Section 62-302, F.A.C.) and the Impaired Waters
Rule (Section 62-303, F.A.C.). Outstanding Florida Waters (OFW) are waters designated
worthy of special protection because of their natural attributes. There are no Impaired
Waters, aquatic preserves or OFWs within the Study Area (Sources: Florida Department of
Environmental Protection, 2012).
5.8
100-Year Floodplain
Floodplains and floodways are protected by Executive Order 11988, “Floodplain
Management”, USDOT Order 5650.2, “Floodplain Management and Protection”, and
Federal-Aid Policy Guide 23 CFR 650A. The regulations are intended to avoid or minimize
highway encroachments within the 100-year floodplains and to avoid supporting land use
development that may impact the floodplain values.
To identify 100-year floodplain regions within the Study Area, a GIS review was conducted
using the Florida Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRM). The DFIRM data are used by
the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to designate the Special Flood Hazard
Areas (SFHAs). The primary risk classification for SFHAs used is the one-percent-annualchance flood event, or 100-year floodplain. The flood zone designations that depict 100-year
floodplain include flood zones A, AE, and AH. Zone A is an approximate method of analysis,
Zone AE is determined by detailed methods of analysis using base flood elevations, and Zone
AH is annual chance shallow flooding with a constant water-surface elevation where average
depths are between one and three feet.
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate
Maps (FIRM), the Study Area contains areas designated as part of the 100-year floodplain.
Approximately 3 segments (271.84 acres) of the 100-year floodplain (Type A and AE) are
within the Study Area. Potential impacts to floodplains will be assessed further as part of the
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next phase of project development. Table 5.8-1 summarizes the 100-year floodplain. Figure
5.1-1 shows the location of these floodplains.
Table 5.8-1: Summary of 100-Year Floodplain
100-Year Floodplain
Study Area
100-Year Floodplain
3 (271.84 acres)
Source: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), 2012
5.9
Contaminated Sites
A contamination screening generally follows the Federal Highway Administration’s Technical
Advisory T 6640.8A, dated October 30, 1987 and the FDOT’s Project Development and
Environment Manual, Part 2, Chapter 22, dated January 2008. The contamination screening
of the Study Area helps to determine the potential for contamination from adjacent
facilities, sites, or places. The GIS review identified the active contamination facilities,
collected by the EPA, that are subject to environmental regulation or of environmental
interest. These facilities are generated from the following national environmental programs:
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Superfund National Priorities List (NPL);
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) – Treatment, Storage, and Disposal
Facilities (TSDF);
Resource Conservation and Recovery Act– Large Quantity Generators (RCRA LQG);
Air Facility System (AFS);
Major Air Pollutants Toxics Release Inventory (TRI);
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES);
Assessment and Cleanup and Redevelopment Exchange System (ACRES), also known as
brownfield areas; and
Risk Management Program Section Seven Tracking System (SSTS) for the EPA Pesticide
Program.
The Study Area contains two active sites identified by the EPA. Table 5.9-1 summarizes the
Contaminated and Potentially Contaminated Sites within the Study Area. The location of
these sites are shown in Figure 5.1-1.
Table 5.9-1: Contaminated / Potentially Contaminated Sites
Site
E.D. Cook Lumber Co Inc.,
Location
Classification
5901 Beggs Road
RCRA/NPDES
Beggs Road
NPDES
TMR
Source Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 2013.
5.10
Threatened and Endangered Species
Pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended, federal agencies
are required to ensure that their actions are not likely to jeopardize the continued existence
of endangered and threatened species or result in the destruction or adverse modification of
critical habitat.
The purpose of this effort was to assess the potential for protected wildlife and plants to
occur within the project area. A review of GIS data from the US Fish and Wildlife Service
(USFWS) (Source: US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), 2011; Florida Natural Areas
Inventory (FNAI), 2009) was conducted to identify critical habitat and/or consultation areas
for threatened or endangered species. Consultation areas, identified by USFWS, encompass
all areas where populations of the following are known to exist:
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Eagle Nest Sites
Scrub Jay Localities
Wood Stork Nesting Colony Core Foraging Areas
Red Cockaded Woodpecker Consultation Areas
Sand Skink Consultation Areas
Scrub Jay Consultation Areas
Snail Kite Consultation Areas
Lake Wales Ridge Plant Consultation Areas
The result of the desktop review revealed the Study Area is within USFWS consultation areas
for the scrub jay, snail kite, Lake Wales ridge plant, and a wood stork nesting colony core
foraging area (see Figure 5.10-1 through Figure 5.10-4). No sand skink or red cockaded
woodpecker consultation areas, and no potentially active eagle nests are located in the
Study Area.
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Map Title Wood Stork Consultation Area
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Issues and Opportunities
6.1
Overall Assessment of Existing Conditions Analysis
The assessment of existing conditions is intended to provide a more comprehensive
understanding of the Study Area and to provide a solid foundation to support the next
phases of the project. This effort involved an extensive due diligence process to collect the
appropriate available data from a variety of sources, to inventory physical features of the
roadway and surrounding land uses, assess current operating conditions, and review safety
characteristics, just to name a few. This process also provides an opportunity for the Study
Team to develop a feel for the community and its socio-cultural characteristics, and to
document other unique attributes.
This chapter is intended to summarize the issues identified along the corridor, as well as
opportunities to consider in the evaluation of alternatives.
6.2
In general, the existing conditions assessment shows that there are no major flaws that can
impede work on closing the Orange County Gap of the Coast to Coast Trail. There are,
however, a number of issues/challenges that must be addressed as this project moves
forward. These challenges are documented in the subsections that follow.
6.2.1
Right of Way
Right of way may be challenge in a few places along the proposed trail. As identified in
Section 2.1.2, two areas have constrained right of way that will need to be examined further
during the concept design phase:
• Beggs Road from Pine Hills Road to the FCEN rail line
• US 441 underneath the SR 414 overpass
In addition, from a utility perspective, it may be necessary to relocate some light and utility
poles along Clarcona-Ocoee Road in order to accommodate the proposed trail.
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6.2.2
Railroad Crossing
The Florida Central Railroad crossing at Beggs Road poses unique challenges to the project.
First, there are no sidewalks across the railroad tracks, something that will be addressed
during the concept design phase of this project.
Secondly, the overhead utilities at this crossing interfere with any potential relocation of the
crossing arm device further away from the roadway (to accommodate the proposed trail).
Any relocation will cause the crossing arm to be unable to completely lift and stay in an
upright, vertical position. This issue will require further examination as part of the concept
design phase of the project.
6.2.3
High Speeds on Roadways Adjacent to Trail
The Study Area roadways are generally high-speed facilities with speeds ranging from 40
mph (Beggs Road) to 55 mph (US 441). These high speeds not only create a
hostile/intimidating environment for bicyclists and pedestrians but also create safety
challenges. This is especially true of the alignment along US 441 where speeds could easily
exceed 60 to 65 mph. Bicycle/pedestrian safety will be integrated as much as possible as
part of the concept design of this trail.
6.2.4
Utilities
As mentioned previously in Section 6.2.1, utilities may need to be relocated along ClarconaOcoee Road to accommodate the trail.
In addition to that, there will need to be close coordination with Duke Energy to determine
the viability of a trail through the Duke Energy easement. This coordination will occur during
the definition and evaluation of the alternatives and (if applicable) the concept development
phase of this project.
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